Moving into a new role

Changing career and finding your mojo

Most of us have no idea what we want to do for the rest of our lives. There comes a point where we take a wild guess — a chance.

This may feel good for a while. Initially you find yourself relieved and confident that you made the right decision. But for most, this feeling isn’t everlasting. Over time we grow. As we grow we crave new challenges or become interested in different things. Or maybe you’re unsatisfied in your current role, curious to explore other things.

Let’s say you reach a point where you know it’s time for something new. Things have got to change. Perhaps it’s time to change tactic, switch paths or course correct.

But waltzing in and declaring ‘I want to do this job now pls!’ isn’t going to be convincing — even if you are shouting it to the rooftops.

Whether you’re applying for a new role within your existing company, wanting to change the services you offer as a freelancer, or applying to work for a new employer, how can you position yourself to acquire a different role?

Surround yourself with experts

Reading articles, books and career advice can be encouraging, but being a passive learner only gets you so far. Actually talking to people in the field is…